The dreaded Treadmill

Ina

Ina

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How many of you use a treadmill for something more than clothes rack? What are some of the things that make the time go faster other than the speed control. Any thing you know that would lessen the pain would be helpful. :confused:
 
The only treadmill I use Ina, is the one at the gym. It has a little TV attached to it, so when I bring my headphones from home, I can plug in, and watch TV...makes the time go by quickly if you're watching something of interest. If I had one at home, I'd have to have a TV in the same room. :tv:

I see some people reading books while they're on the treadmill, but I never cared for that...hard enough focusing when I'm still, LOL.
 
I'm trying to work up to 30 minutes a day, but the pain cripples me before I get past 20 minutes. Dr. Said if I could meet this goal, I could get out of this chair for part of the day if the swelling in my spine goes down. This I want.
 
Good luck reaching your goal Ina, don't give up. You'd have to get approval from your doctor first, but the supplement MSM (Methyl-sulfonyl-methane) is very effective in decreasing inflammation in the body, thus decreasing the related pain. If you reach your 30 minutes, please let us know. :) :yougogirl:
 
Sea, please don't be disappointed if it takes me awhile. But, I do have determination. The two cracked ribs will slow me down for awhile. They are in my upper back just under my shoulder blade Dr. Was real iffy when I asked about healing time. Do you have any idea of how long I'm looking at? Anyone?
 
Ah, the typical East/West division in mind/body activities ...

In the West we're concerned with not becoming bored, so we read / watch TV / talk while we're on the treadmill.

The Eastern perspective is that you do nothing but walk / run on the treadmill, your attention and focus being how your body feels during every moment.

In the West we are taught to ignore our bodies. In the East they are taught to listen to them.
 
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Ina, I have bad knees, and can't use a treadmill, but I found an exerciser called a "Tony Little Gazelle", and it is much easier for me to use, since you kind of "ski along" instead of walk with it. I can hang on and keep my balance with the arm/hand grips. It can be used about any speed that a person is able to use it, so it works for both beginners or advanced users.
I found mine on craigslist for $20, and they delivered it to me, so if you look, and think it would help you, they can be found pretty cheap online.
I put on Creedence Clearwater Revival on Spotify, and use my headphones, and go until I am tired, then rest, and just do it on and off as I can manage it.
 
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Ina said:
Phil, that must be it, I was born in San Francisco. I think that must be where my confusion comes in. But I came to Texas at 11 months old. Go figure! :rolleyes:
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Well, actually I was referring to "Western" as meaning the US and "Eastern" meaning the Orient, but your way might work too ... ;)
 
SeaBreeze, this works great for me.
With my bad heart, and non-flexible knees, the long walks (or even short ones) that I used to enjoy so much, are just not possible, and I have to rest every few minutes, where I can sit or lie down. Plus, my balance is awful, so riding a bike, or most of the other exercises are just not something that I can do anymore.

When I found this, it looked to me like I could use it, as long as I could balance well enough to get on and exercise; and for the $20, it was worth taking the chance.
It folds when it needs to be moved out of the way, and is great for working my arms as well as my legs and body, and easy for me to get off and rest when I need to.

I would recommend it for anyone who had disabilities, but wants to be able to exercise, at whatever potential they are able to use it.
 
It reminds me of the elliptical machine I used today at the gym, without all the heaviness and bulk of that monster. My home is small, and my rooms are tiny, so if I did get a piece of exercise equipment, it would have to be small like that...looks perfect really! :cool1:
 
When I attended the pain clinic years ago that taught us that it is difficult for the brain to concentrate on 2 things at once. Find something you really like to focus on. For me I listen to music. Good luck.:)
 
Ina said:
Sea, I have to admit that I've been trying to figure out what MSM is. But I can't. So please forgive my ignorance and tell me what it is so I can ask my Dr. :doh:
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Ina, it is a natural product that can help relieve pain and inflammation . It comes in both tablets and powder form, and I buy it as a powder, and add it to a bit of juice to drink, and it is tasteless.
I also use a product called DMSO, which I keep as a roll-on, and also have some in a spray bottle. They both come from a similar base, being from evergreen wood products, which have been used for centuries by American Indians as a healing substance.
The DMSO is used to help with swelling from inflammation all over the body, with especial use for treating stroke patients, since it can pass through the blood-brain barrier.
There is a great little booklet on Amazon Kindle store, called DMSO Handbook for Doctors, (or something very similar to that) , and it is only $3 and well worth reading.
MSM is simply an easy way to get the DMSO inside of your body, and I have also used it for years to help with aches and pain from arthritis, and falls, bruises, etc. There is also an excellent book called The MSM Miracle on Kindle,
 
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Sea & HFL, Thanks for the info on MSM. I'm a beginner when it comes to online things, but with the picture of the bottle, my hubby look it up for me. I definitely will ask my Dr. Although, Michael pointed out that I'm allergic to sulfur drugs, maybe this could be the exception. I'll ask on my next Dr. appointment. :flowers:
 
Ina said:
Sea & HFL, Thanks for the info on MSM. I'm a beginner when it comes to online things, but with the picture of the bottle, my hubby look it up for me. I definitely will ask my Dr. Although, Michael pointed out that I'm allergic to sulfur drugs, maybe this could be the exception. I'll ask on my next Dr. appointment.
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Yes Ina, as I initially suggested, you definitely have to get your doctor's approval first. Kudos to Michael for reminding you about that, as it may be of concern. It's possible that it would be okay, your doc should be able to judge.

Q:I am allergic to sulfur. Can I take MSM?

A:Strictly speaking, the concept of a “sulfur allergy” is a misconception: sulfur is an element, the third most abundant mineral in the human body. It's not possible to be allergic to sulfur because it has no protein component.

When people say they are "allergic to sulfur", what they really mean is that they are allergic or sensitive to certain sulfur-containing substances, most notably to sulfa antibiotics (sulfonamides) or to sulfites (preservatives used in wines and some foods), or to foods with a high sulfur content (broccoli or cauliflower).

Many individuals with allergies to sulfa drugs or to sulfites do not experience problems taking MSM, because apart from sulfur, MSM bears no relation to these substances.

However, people who are allergic to one drug are more likely to be allergic to another, regardless of its chemical structure. So if you have a known allergy to sulfonamides or to sulfites, consult with your physician before taking MSM. http://www.msmguide.com/facts/faq/



Q: Is sulfur the same as sulfa drugs and sulfites? I'm allergic to sulfites. Does this mean I will be allergic to MSM?

A: Do not get confused between the two. MSM provides organic sulfur and is a nutrient. Sulfa-based drugs, also known as sulfonamides, do not occur naturally and are used as antibiotics.

The sulfa molecule is much larger and can cause severe reactions in some individuals. An estimated half-million people are sulfite sensitive in the US. Most often they are asthmatic adults and predominantly women.

While many people are allergic to sulfa drugs, no similar reactions have ever been reported with MSM.

A third sulfur-containing compound, known as sulfites, is a form of preservative that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. MSM does not contain sulfites, and should not cause a reaction in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

The human body produces sulfites in its normal metabolism of sulfur-containing amino acids. Sulfite compounds have been used for more than three hundred years and are generally considered safe.

http://www.nwhealthsolutions.com/msmfaq.htm
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I don't know Ina. I've had Hay Fever since I was a child, allergic to weeds, ragweed and pollen. I can say that it's gotten much, much less severe with aging...but I never took any real drugs for it except for over-the-counter allergy pills. Haven't been using those much either in my old age.
 
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